Director Rambala, who became instrumental in shaping the career of actor Santhanam through television comedy series “Lollu Sabha”, says Reputation has now not modified his erstwhile protege with whom he has teamed up for forthcoming Tamil horror comedy “Dhilukku Dhuddu”.
“I’ve regarded him for 15 years. Despite his extra special rise as an actor, nothing approximately him has changed. Way to his supporting tendency, such a lot of artistes from ‘Lollu Sabha’ had been hired in this venture. I take satisfaction in being known as his guru,” Rambala advised IANS.
Santhanam’s useful nature paved manner to “Dhilukku Dhuddu”, which releases in cinemas on Thursday.
“In 2013, I was approached by a producer with an offer. Reputedly, every other director who labored for 20 days at the project left unannounced and the manufacturer desired me to fill his position. I desired to lease a brand new set of actors, however the manufacturer was now not satisfied with the concept. Eventually, we had a fallout and that i left the challenge,” he said.
Around the same time, Rambala met Santhanam and explained his state of affairs.
“I readied every other script for Santhanam, which he appreciated and at once gave his consent to work collectively. Considering that we’ve recognized each different for a long term, he desired to offer me an appropriate launchpad, and subsequently, spoke to manufacturer Murali and taken Sri Thenandal Films on board,” he stated.
Tipped to be a spoof on horror comedies, the movie additionally stars newbie Shanaya, apart from Saurabh Shukla and Yogi Babu.
“Most horror Films are approximately haunted mansions, revenge and some humour. we have attempted something exceptional in the horror area and we believe audiences will appreciate it. That is a horror film with a twist,” he added.
Going by way of the promos, Santhanam’s makeover may be tons pointed out. And Rambala nods in settlement.
“So far in his performing career, he has usually been seen carrying a easy shaven look and carrying any costume that he would be handed over. I desired to interrupt that monotony, and therefore, cautioned a entire makeover for Santhanam,” he said.
Santhanam changed into excited to experiment together with his looks.
“He has constantly been willing to attempt various things. We desired him to have a rugged appearance, so we made him grow beard like Virat Kohli. We employed a dressing up designer and gave him a fashionable makeover. He even wore suits,” he said, including the film explores a extraordinary measurement of Santhanam.
“All the ones who have watched Santhanam To this point and feature created an photo approximately him are in for a pleasant surprise. He will stun audiences in dance and action sequences. In one of the motion scenes, Santhanam fights in his match and it’ll be a deal with to look at,” he stated.